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SUMMARY:Surgical Workshop Sandpit day - 14th November 2025
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to share the date for the next NWSTC Surgical Workshop Sandpit day. Please save the details in your diary and share with colleagues who may also be interested. \nDate: Friday 14th November 2025 \nTime: 09:00-16:00 \nLocation: The University of Manchester\, Core Technology Facility\, 46 Grafton Street\, M13 9NT \nWe will share the registration details and agenda with you soon. \nIf you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact nwstc@liverpool.ac.uk or surgicalresearch@manchester.ac.uk
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/surgical-workshop-sandpit-day-14th-november-2025/
LOCATION:e University of Manchester\, Core Technology Facility\, 46 Grafton Street\, M13 9NT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Non - HRC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251114T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251114T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20250912T131722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T131722Z
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SUMMARY:NWSTC Shaping the Future of Surgery through Research: From Innovation to Delivery Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/nwstc-shaping-the-future-of-surgery-through-research-from-innovation-to-delivery-day/
LOCATION:e University of Manchester\, Core Technology Facility\, 46 Grafton Street\, M13 9NT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Non - HRC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251120T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251120T114500
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20251023T182935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T182935Z
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SUMMARY:(Webinar) InFocus: Delivering a Neighbourhood Health Service with Jack Sansum
DESCRIPTION:InFocus: Delivering a Neighbourhood Health Service with Jack Sansum \nJoin NHS Confederation colleague Jack Sansum to hear what’s next for neighbourhood health \nIn light of the government’s ambition set out in the 10-Year Health Plan to create a National Neighbourhood Health Implementation Programme\, join Jack Sansum from the NHS Confederation’s Neighbourhood Health team to explore what implementation of this new model of care might look like.  \nTailored for the Confed’s associate members\, this session will provide insights into the shift to a neighbourhood health service\, as well as the challenges and opportunities for the future of community-embedded health provision. Jack Sansum\, Assistant Director of Neighbourhood Health\, will lead this session’s presentation; there will then be an opportunity for Q&A.  \nInFocus is a series of virtual events that help you to engage with NHS Confederation colleagues\, understand the key issues affecting our members and learn more about how you can support NHS leaders.
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/webinar-infocus-delivering-a-neighbourhood-health-service-with-jack-sansum/
CATEGORIES:HRC Partner Events,Non - HRC Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251126T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251126T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20251110T130442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T130442Z
UID:3490-1764154800-1764158400@hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Tackling cancer inequalities through interdisciplinary research
DESCRIPTION:Explore our research priorities to transform understanding of cancer biology and its intersection with health disparities and inequalities\n\n\n\nNearly 1 in 2 people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. Yet one of the greatest remaining challenges is understanding how and why cancers affect people differently. \nMarked differences remain in risk factor exposure\, incidence\, stage at diagnosis\, treatment and outcomes across the UK\, mainly driven by inequalities. For example\, cancer death rates are nearly 60% higher for people living in the most deprived areas of the UK compared with the least deprived. \nWhat is the role and contribution of biology underlying these differences? \nHow do these biological mechanisms intersect with environmental\, social and other drivers to contribute to inequalities and health disparities in cancer? \nAddressing these key research areas is one of the ambitious goals of our new EDI in research strategic approach. \nJoin our webinar to hear the perspectives of experts working across disciplines to address cancer inequalities. \nYou’ll also learn more about how we plan to stimulate research in this area and how you can get involved through upcoming funding opportunities. \nMeet our speakers and co-chairs: \nFieke Froeling\, Clinical Senior Lecturer\, University of Glasgow and Team SAMBAI\, Cancer Grand Challenges \nAlastair Lamb\, Senior Clinical Lecturer\, Barts Cancer Institute and Honorary Consultant Urological Surgeon\, Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital \nSue Astley Theodossiadis\, Professor of Intelligent Medical Imaging\, The University of Manchester. \nBernard Rachet\, Professor of Cancer Epidemiology\, LSHTM and Inequalities of Cancer Outcomes Network Lead \nFaaria Mohammed\, Patient representative\, member of our Research and Strategy Cancer Insights Panel \nMathew Tata\, Research Programme Manager\, EDI in Research Lead\, Cancer Research UK \nShewly Choudhury\, Head of Research Careers and Culture\, Cancer Research UK
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/tackling-cancer-inequalities-through-interdisciplinary-research/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Non - HRC Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260108T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260108T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20251209T110210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T110210Z
UID:3508-1767871800-1767875400@hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Thinking about applying for the Women in Innovation Awards?
DESCRIPTION:As announced in the Autumn Budget\, the Innovate UK Women in Innovation Awards are back and they’re more ambitious than ever! \nTo help you determine if this award is right for you\, we’ve created a quick suitability checker and on-demand videos packed with guidance to support your application. \nAccess suitability checker and support videos \nJoin our Live Q&A webinar \n8 January 2026 | 11:30 – 12:30 | Online \nDuring the webinar\, we’ll answer common questions about the awards. Submit your questions in advance via the form linked on the event page below. \nPlease note that the application window has been extended to allow for downtime and caring responsibilities over the festive period. The Awards are open for 10 weeks rather than the usual 8 and will close on 4 February 2026 at 11am.  \nGood luck with your application. We can’t wait to meet our next cohort of Women in Innovation!
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/thinking-about-applying-for-the-women-in-innovation-awards/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Non - HRC Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260114T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20251216T091646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T091646Z
UID:3525-1768402800-1768406400@hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Advancing Cardiovascular Monitoring: From Radar Sensing to Wearable Emergency Detection
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, Ela Gruzewska (Google) and Jake Sunshine (University of Washington and Google)\, will explore new advances in using consumer devices aimed at improved cardiovascular monitoring. Their talks will range from heart-rate sensing using radar to detecting cardiac arrest using commodity sensors and wearables. \nJake Sunshine will explore how passive sensing on commodity devices can be employed to recognise life-threatening cardiac and breathing emergencies. \nHe will discuss: \nResearch and development of systems to detect cardiopulmonary emergencies with a focus on watch-based detection of cardiac arrest. \nThe challenges involved in constructing these systems as well as lessons learned in real world deployment. \nEla Gruzewska will explain how Google’s research demonstrated transfer learning between consumer-grade radar modalities\, specifically from Frequency-Modulated Continuous-Wave (FMCW) to Ultra-Wideband (UWB) radar\, for heart-rate monitoring. Drawing on this work\, Ela will highlight how transfer learning can reduce the need for new\, device-specific data collection\, accelerating research and development in the field. \nThis session will be especially valuable for researchers\, clinicians\, digital-health developers.
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/advancing-cardiovascular-monitoring-from-radar-sensing-to-wearable-emergency-detection/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Non - HRC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260119T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20250929T094922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T095641Z
UID:3405-1768809600-1768928400@hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Soft Robotics for Healthcare 26 - Shaping the Future of Soft Robotics in Health
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to SoRoH 2026\, the UK’s flagship event for soft robotics in healthcare\nFollowing our over-subscribed inaugural conference in 2024\, we’re proud to return with a better\, more ambitious programme. In January 2026\, we’re bringing together a broad mix of researchers\, clinicians\, engineers\, policymakers\, regulators\, and innovators from across the UK and beyond\, all working to accelerate the translation of soft robotic technologies into real-world healthcare. \nSoft robotics is transforming how we think about the way robotics can impact healthcare systems—from surgical tools that move with the body to wearable assistive devices and implantables that respond intelligently to human physiology. At SoRoH 2026\, we’ll explore how this rapidly evolving field can address unmet and emergent health needs\, improve patient outcomes\, and reshape medical practice.
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/soft-robotics-for-healthcare-26/
LOCATION:Engineer’s House\, The Promenade\, Avon Clifton Down\, Brsitol\, BS8 3NB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Non - HRC Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260127T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260127T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20251218T082214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T082214Z
UID:3528-1769506200-1769517000@hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Northern Medtech Connect Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Bruntwood and sponsored by Pd-m\, Northern MedTech Connect brings together medtech professionals from across the North for a relaxed and inclusive morning of conversation\, connection and collaboration. \nNorthern MedTech Connect is an initiative sparked by Laura Friedl-Hirst\, Managing Director of LFH Regulatory\, who is working alongside a group of peers to build a supportive and welcoming community for medtech professionals at every stage of their journey. \nThese events are designed to be informal and accessible — a space where ideas\, relationships and opportunities can flourish\, whether you’re new to medtech\, scaling a business\, or operating on the global stage.
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/northern-medtech-connect-networking-event/
LOCATION:Platform\, New Station Street\, Leeds\, West Yorkshire\, LS1 4JB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Non - HRC Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260210T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260210T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20260131T182031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T182031Z
UID:3573-1770717600-1770723000@hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Conflict Wounds: From Biology to Battlefield Solutions - Launch Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This webinar offers the opportunity to find out more about this UKDI competition\, and the chance to ask questions of the competition team.\n\n\n\nJoin this UK Defence Innovation (UKDI) Q&A webinar with the team for the ‘Conflict Wounds: From Biology to Battlefield Solutions’ competition. \nPlease note\n\nThis event will be held on MS Teams\, with Q&A facilitated by Slido.\nRegistration for this event will close on Monday 9 February 2026 at midday.\nInstructions on how to join the event and how to submit questions will be sent to the email address used in registration by 6pm Monday 9 February 2026. If you haven’t received anything by that time\, please check your junk folder\, or email accelerator@dstl.gov.uk.\nThe information you provide will be retained by the UKDI to contact you in regards to this event\, and any future UKDI communications that may be relevant to you. Please indicate on the registration if this is something you do not wish to do.
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/conflict-wounds-from-biology-to-battlefield-solutions-launch-webinar/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Non - HRC Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260210T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20260112T130406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T130406Z
UID:3538-1770728400-1770732000@hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:NIHR Webinar: Building a high performing team
DESCRIPTION:High-performing teams are built on trust\, self-awareness and safe conflict.  \nThis 60-minute webinar explores the essential “T&Cs” that underpin exceptional team dynamics. It will help you cultivate these qualities by deepening your awareness\, fostering psychological safety and practicing safe\, collaborative conflict.  \nBy attending you will:  \nunderstand team performance and assess where your team is\nexplore what true inclusion looks like and ways to embed it\nreflect on what your best looks like and how preferences impact others\ndiscover strategies for managing conflict and building psychological safety\, to enhance team performance
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/nihr-webinar-building-a-high-performing-team/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Capacity Building and Training,HRC Themes and Support,Non - HRC Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260226T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20260112T130627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T130627Z
UID:3539-1772101800-1772107200@hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:NIHR Webinar: Is a career in research for me? - social care and social work
DESCRIPTION:This 75-minute webinar is for anyone interested in exploring research as part of their career in social care and social work. The NIHR funds world-leading health and social care research that improves people’s health and wellbeing\, while also promoting economic growth.  \nWe also support research careers\, offering opportunities to develop new skills\, access training and funding\, and join a supportive network\, while contributing to research that has real-world impact.  \nThe webinar will cover:  \ninsights into life as a research professional\, shared by researchers at different career stages\nan overview of research career pathways and what research work looks like in practice\nkey opportunities and challenges within research careers\nAttend to discover:  \nfirst-hand perspectives on what it’s really like to work in research\nthe range of research roles and entry points available to those new to the field\nour role in supporting individuals to develop research skills and career development\nYou will also have the opportunity to ask questions of the presenters at the end.  \nThe webinar will be chaired by Catherine Robinson\, Professor of Social Care Research at the University of Manchester.
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/nihr-webinar-is-a-career-in-research-for-me-social-care-and-social-work/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Capacity Building and Training,HRC Partner Events,HRC Themes and Support,Non - HRC Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260226T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260226T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20260116T092625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T092625Z
UID:3553-1772128800-1772132400@hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Could new research help to reduce the need for immunosuppression after a kidney transplant?
DESCRIPTION:Webinar hosted by the UK Organ Donation and Transplantation Research Network (UKODTRN).\nRegulatory T cells are a type of immune cell that naturally calm down unwanted immune reactions. In this webinar\, Professor Fadi Issa will describe how researchers are trying to harness these cells to reduce the need for life long immunosuppressant drugs after having a transplant. He will share what the lab and early clinical results show so far and discuss what this research could mean for patients in the future.\nThe session will conclude with a 15-minute Q&A discussion with your submitted questions.\nThe UKODTRN is administered by Kidney Research UK.
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/could-new-research-help-to-reduce-the-need-for-immunosuppression-after-a-kidney-transplant/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Non - HRC Events,Patient & Public Involvement and Engagement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260304T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260304T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20260303T131134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T131134Z
UID:3598-1772627400-1772631000@hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:First Virtual Equity Charter COP
DESCRIPTION:First Virtual Equity Charter COP date loading (4th March 12:30-13:30) \nEquity in digital health cannot be a side conversation. It has to be designed in. \nBecause digital is never neutral. \nOn 4 March\, we will be coming together for the Equity Charter Community of Practice. It is a space for honest dialogue\, shared learning\, and collective action to ensure equity genuinely shows up in our systems\, services and leadership. \nDigital tools can widen gaps or close them.\nThey can exclude quietly or empower intentionally.\nThey reflect the values of those who build and implement them. \nThis isn’t a webinar.\nIt’s not passive listening.\nIt’s a community. \nIf you work in digital\, data\, transformation\, clinical leadership\, policy\, or design \, this space is for you. \n📅 First session: 4 March | 12:30–13:30 | Virtual\n📅 3 June | 16:30–17:30\n📅 29 September | In person at HETT\n📅 25 November | 12:30–13:30 \nEquity is not an abstract principle. It is a daily practice. \nIf you would like to be part of this growing movement\, sign up here:
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/first-virtual-equity-charter-cop/
CATEGORIES:Capacity Building and Training,HRC Partner Events,Non - HRC Events,Patient & Public Involvement and Engagement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260317T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260317T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20251212T190752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T190752Z
UID:3521-1773734400-1773770400@hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:NICE Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:The NICE Conference 2026 delivers an exciting programme exploring the challenges and opportunities facing today’s health and care system. \n\n\n\n\nHear how NICE is supporting the rapid emergence of innovative health technologies\, while also ensuring the health and care system remains sustainable and accessible for all. Find out how NICE is leading the charge in determining which digital innovations the NHS should adopt. Explore what is being done to support the rollout of a potential game-changing wave of new preventative interventions. Register for your place today to hear the latest on how NICE is helping practitioners and commissioners get the best care to people\, fast\, while ensuring value for the taxpayer.
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/nice-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Manchester Deansgate Hotel\, 303 Deansgate\, Manchester\, Manchester\, M3 4LQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Non - HRC Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260326
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20250807T095411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T095411Z
UID:3366-1774224000-1774483199@hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Minoritised Life Scientists Future Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Minoritised Life Scientists Future Forum is a groundbreaking new event that brings together students\, researchers\, professionals\, and organisations from across the life sciences to celebrate diversity\, amplify underrepresented voices\, and shape a more inclusive scientific future. \n 
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/minoritised-life-scientists-future-forum-2026/
CATEGORIES:Non - HRC Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260324T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260324T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20260219T103302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T103302Z
UID:3585-1774346400-1774351800@hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Free Finance Webinar: From Innovation to Control - How to Fund and Run a Scaling Business
DESCRIPTION:TBAT Innovation\, in partnership with Isosceles Finance\, invites you to join our free webinar\, “From Innovation to Control: How to Fund and Run a Scaling Business” \nOur experts will explore how innovative companies can fund development while building the financial structure and visibility required to scale successfully. \nWhat will the session include? \nThe session will explain how R&D tax credits and innovation funding can support growth\, and why having the right accounting\, reporting\, and financial controls in place is critical as your business grows. \nOur speakers will share practical insights into how founders and finance leaders can avoid common mistakes\, improve financial clarity\, and ensure their business is compliant\, well-run\, and ready for the next stage of growth. \nWho should attend the webinar? \n \n  \nThis webinar is perfect for founders\, CEOs\, and finance leads in innovative and scaling UK businesses who want to understand how innovation funding and operational finance should work together to support sustainable growth. \nKey takeaways\n\n \n• How UK R&D tax credits and innovation funding can improve cash flow and extend runway \n• Common financial and operational mistakes innovative businesses make as they scale\, and how to avoid them \n• What a scalable outsourced accounting and fractional finance function looks like in practice \n• How to build reliable reporting\, forecasting\, and financial control without the overhead of a full in-house team \n• How innovation funding and financial control work together to support confident decision-making and growth
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/free-finance-webinar-from-innovation-to-control-how-to-fund-and-run-a-scaling-business/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Non - HRC Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260324T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260324T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20260303T131446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T131446Z
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SUMMARY:How to write a plain English summary
DESCRIPTION:Discover an in-depth understanding of plain English summaries and how to write an effective one at our webinar on 24 March from 12-1pm. \nAttend to discover: \n➡️ insights from a public contributor you can apply to your research application\n➡️ what support is available\n➡️ where to find useful resources \nAn integral part of research that is funded by NIHR is to ensure that patients\, carers\, service users and the public have the opportunity to shape and influence the relevance\, quality and impact of our health and care research.  \nA plain English summary is a clear\, brief summary of the research\, written for members of the public rather than researchers or professionals. \nThis webinar will be relevant to you if you are an NIHR-funded researcher or a researcher applying for an NIHR career development award.  \nThe webinar will cover: \n➡️ NIHR’s Strategic Commitments for Public Partnerships\n➡️ explanation of plain English summaries and their importance\n➡️ how to write one and what to include\n➡️ what support is available through the Research Support Service (RSS)\n➡️ signposting to useful resources  \nBy attending this webinar\, you will discover: \n➡️ an in-depth understanding of plain English summaries and how to write an effective one\n➡️ insights from a public contributor that you can apply to your research application \nThe 60-minute webinar will be facilitated by Linda Onerhime-Prince\, Senior NIHR PPI Manager and Dr Jo Lally\, Strategic Lead for Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement and Equality\, Diversity and Inclusion\, NIHR RSS.
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/how-to-write-a-plain-english-summary/
CATEGORIES:Capacity Building and Training,HRC Partner Events,Non - HRC Events,Patient & Public Involvement and Engagement
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260324T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260324T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20260209T151240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T151240Z
UID:3583-1774360800-1774364400@hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Embedding public partnerships in MRC funding applications
DESCRIPTION:It is likely to be of most interest to researchers\, research office professional services staff supporting grant applications\, public involvement and engagement community. \nMRC is encouraging its research community to consider how public partnerships can inform and improve research and be of mutual benefit. \nAgenda: \n\nWhy public partnerships matter\nThe difference public partners can make\nWhen and how to include public partnerships:\n\nConsidering opportunities throughout the research cycle\nGuidance on integrating public partnerships into research applications\n\n\nQuestions to the panel\n\nWhen registering for the webinar you can submit advance questions for the panel (up to 17 March) and you can use Q&A functionality at the webinar.
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/embedding-public-partnerships-in-mrc-funding-applications/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Non - HRC Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260325T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260325T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20260226T112605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T112605Z
UID:3593-1774429200-1774463400@hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Surgical Innovation Ideathon by RCS England I-Hub in partnership with LIHE
DESCRIPTION:Dissect validated surgical problems into commercially valuable solutions through the power of surgeon\, academic and industry collaboration. \n\n\n\n\nRCS England and London Institute for Healthcare Engineering (LIHE) are delighted to announce this in-person\, Surgical Innovation Ideathon event uniting surgeons\, research academics and industry to accelerate meaningful surgical innovation.
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/surgical-innovation-ideathon-by-rcs-england-i-hub-in-partnership-with-lihe/
LOCATION:London Institute for Healthcare Engineering (LIHE)\, London Institute for Healthcare Engineering - LIHE 100 Lambeth Palace Road\, London\, SE1 7AR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Non - HRC Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260421T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T213042
CREATED:20260224T145433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T145433Z
UID:3592-1776763800-1776790800@hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk
SUMMARY:NIHR RSS SME Funding Application Development Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to dive into funding tips and tricks to boost your Health and Life Sciences / Social Care application game at this retreat. \nNIHR RSS SME Funding Application Development Retreat\nJoin us on April 21\, 2026 at 9:30 AM (BST) for a relaxed and productive day focused on SME funding applications. This in-person retreat is perfect if you want to get hands-on help and connect with others working on similar projects. Whether you’re just starting or need a boost to your application\, this event will give you the support and insights you need. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to collaborate and learn!
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/nihr-rss-sme-funding-application-development-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Capacity Building and Training,HRC Partner Events,Non - HRC Events
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SUMMARY:Coffee and Learn: Unlocking the Strategic Value of Patient Engagement in Healthcare Investments - A Tool for the PE Community
DESCRIPTION:This tool equips PE champions with the knowledge\, evidence\, and strategies to position patient engagement (PE) as a value driver in healthcare investment. We’ll explore how integrating patient engagement (PE) into the investment community can align investor motivations with PE’s potential to drive both financial returns and societal impact in healthcare businesses.  \nWhether you want to engage with investors directly or nudge your investor relations colleagues\, don’t miss out on hearing from fellow PE Champions on how they’ve already leveraged this new tool – join us to embark on the shared journey to advance patient-centered solutions with investors! 
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/coffee-and-learn-unlocking-the-strategic-value-of-patient-engagement-in-healthcare-investments-a-tool-for-the-pe-community/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Non - HRC Events,Patient & Public Involvement and Engagement
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